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Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Air Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) today (October 13) published Interim Statement ITR-2026-09 on an accident that occurred on October 20, 2025, involving a Boeing 747-481 BDSF freighter aircraft (registration mark TC-ACF) operated by ACT Airlines (on behalf of Emirates SkyCargo), which veered off the runway at Hong Kong International Airport, resulting in the deaths of two airport security personnel inside a ground airport security vehicle parked outside the runway area.

The investigation team has completed key investigative actions, including wreckage recovery and the collection of relevant data and records such as from the airline, meteorological services, air traffic control and the airport. The relevant aircraft components (including the on-board recording systems) have been sent to the state of manufacture for examination. The AAIA has also arranged for its investigators to travel overseas to oversee the key examinations on-site. One of the key focuses of the investigation is the forward movement of the No. 4 engine thrust lever, which caused the aircraft to turn left during the landing roll and veer off the runway. To date, technical examinations of the relevant aircraft components have not revealed any mechanical failure related to the accident.

The investigation is still in progress. It includes a specialist sound spectrum analysis to determine whether the forward movement of the No. 4 engine thrust lever was driven mechanically or caused by external forces. The investigation team will also arrange flight simulation trials to reconstruct the circumstances of the runway excursion on the day of the accident, and will review the accident history of aircraft of the same type.

A spokesperson for the AAIA said that the investigation involves complex technical workflows and requires verification of information with various professional parties. Immediately after the accident, the AAIA inspected and surveyed the accident site; interviewed the crew of the aircraft concerned; collected evidence including flight documents, flight data and cockpit voice recordings; and arranged for the early salvage of the aircraft wreckage and the recovery of the flight data recorder and other important aircraft components. The AAIA published the Preliminary Report and Public Notice PLR-2025-04 on November 18, 2025. The AAIA has proactively expedited the investigation, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. The final investigation report will be published after all investigation work and statutory review procedures have been completed. The Interim Statement is published to provide the aviation industry and the public with timely updates on the progress of the investigation. The Interim Statement can be downloaded from the AAIA website (www.tlb.gov.hk/aaia/eng/investigation_reports/index.html).

The AAIA is an independent investigation body established under the Transport and Logistics Bureau, responsible for investigating civil aviation accidents and incidents under the Hong Kong Civil Aviation (Investigation of Accidents) Regulations (Cap. 448B) and with reference to International Civil Aviation Organization standards. The purpose of an AAIA investigation is to identify the causes of an accident (including a review of the human factors involved) and to make safety recommendations to enhance the safety of aircraft passengers and prevent the recurrence of accidents.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) today (October 13) reminded interested parties to join auctions that will start next Tuesday (October 20) for stalls at the 2027 Chinese New Year (CNY) fairs in the New Territories.

     The eight fairs, with a total of 539 wet goods stalls, 232 dry goods stalls and eight fast food stalls, will be held at Sha Tsui Road Playground in Tsuen Wan, Plover Cove Road Mini-soccer Pitch in Tai Po, Tung Tau Industrial Area Playground in Yuen Long, Tin Hau Temple Plaza in Tuen Mun, Po Hong Park in Tseung Kwan O, Shek Wu Hui Playground in North District, Kwai Chung Sports Ground in Kwai Tsing and Yuen Wo Playground in Sha Tin.————————————————
Auction date: October 20 (Tuesday)
Number of stalls: 126
AM session: Wet goods (Stall Nos. 1 to 64)
PM session: Wet goods (Stall Nos. 65 to 96) and dry goods
Opening prices:
Wet goods: $1,770
Dry goods (regular size): $8,480
Dry goods (large size): $12,720
 
Plover Cove Road Mini-soccer Pitch (Tai Po)
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Auction date: October 21 (Wednesday)
Number of stalls: 75
Stall types: Fast food, wet goods and dry goods
Opening prices:
Fast food: $5,480
Wet goods: $2,270
Dry goods (regular size): $1,450
Dry goods (large size): $2,180
 
Tung Tau Industrial Area Playground (Yuen Long)
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Auction date: October 22 (Thursday)
Number of stalls: 158
AM session: Fast food and wet goods (Stall Nos. 57 to 72 and 77 to 136)
PM session: Wet goods (Stall Nos. 137 to 156) and dry goods
Opening prices:
Fast food: $5,480
Wet goods: $700
Dry goods (regular size): $1,350
Dry goods (large size): $2,030
 
Tin Hau Temple Plaza (Tuen Mun)
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Auction date: October 23 (Friday)
Number of stalls: 62
Stall types: Fast food, wet goods and dry goods
Opening prices:
Fast food: $2,740
Wet goods: $1,490
Dry goods: $2,140
 
Po Hong Park (Tseung Kwan O)
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Auction date: October 26 (Monday)
Number of stalls: 93
Stall types: Fast food, wet goods and dry goods
Opening prices:
Fast food: $4,570
Wet goods: $830
Dry goods (regular size): $1,540
Dry goods (large size): $2,310
 
Shek Wu Hui Playground (North District)
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Auction date: October 27 (Tuesday)
Number of stalls: 92
Stall types: Wet goods and dry goods
Opening prices:
Wet goods: $710
Dry goods (regular size): $1,540
Dry goods (large size): $2,310
 
Kwai Chung Sports Ground (Kwai Tsing)
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Auction date: October 28 (Wednesday)
Number of stalls: 98
Stall types: Wet goods and dry goods
Opening prices:
Wet goods: $490
Dry goods (regular size): $2,250
Dry goods (large size): $3,380
 
Yuen Wo Playground (Sha Tin)
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Auction date: October 29 (Thursday)
Number of stalls: 75
Stall types: Wet goods and dry goods
Opening prices:
Wet goods: $3,580
Dry goods (regular size): $4,570
Dry goods (large size): $6,860

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Leisure & Cultural Services Department today announced it will set up dedicated live-screening sites at designated sports centres across Hong Kong’s 18 districts to broadcast the 5th Asian Para Games.

Members of the public are welcome to visit the venues to support and cheer for the competing athletes.

The 5th Asian Para Games will take place from October 18 to 24. On the opening day (October 18), the focal sites will open from 5pm to 8pm, and will then operate daily from 10am to 6pm until the end of the tournament. Click here for further details.

To help raise public awareness and understanding of para sports, a series of videos has been launched on a dedicated website. The videos feature athletes and coaches explaining specific sports and demonstrating key skills.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) today (October 12) held the RTHK Broadcast Asia Para Games 2026 com cheering event to announce its broadcast arrangements for the Games and to show support for the athletes who will soon be competing.
 
     With the support of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB), RTHK will provide live coverage of the Games on RTHK TV31, promoting social inclusion and enabling the public to cheer on athletes from both the national team and the Hong Kong team, while witnessing their determination and outstanding performances on the international stage. The Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau; the Director of Broadcasting, Ms Angelina Kwan; the President of the Hong Kong Paralympic Committee (HKPC), Mrs Jenny Fung; the Vice President of HKPC and the Chef de Mission of the Hong Kong, China Delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games, Dr Jim Luk; and the Chairperson of the RTHK Board of Advisors, Ms Melissa Pang, were joined by the two athletes who will compete in the upcoming Asian Para Games: Leung Yuk-wing, the world’s top-ranked athlete in the Boccia Men’s Individual BC4 category, and para table tennis athlete Wong Yue-ching, to officiate at the event.
 
     The officiating guests, together with So Wa-wai, former Hong Kong Paralympic athletics gold medalist; Lydia Sham, wushu athlete who won Hong Kong’s first gold medal in Women’s Changquan at the 20th Asian Games, and Chan Tik-lun, bronze medalist in Lightweight Men’s Double Sculls, used sign language to convey their best wishes and encouragement to all participating athletes.
 
     Group-stage competitions in several sports will begin ahead of the official opening, starting on October 16. RTHK TV31 will broadcast “Live coverage of 5th Asian Para Games” from 3pm on October 16 and 17, allowing the public to keep abreast of the group-stage competitions closely. Live coverage of the Opening Ceremony will commence at 4.50pm on October 18. From October 19 to October 24, RTHK TV31 will provide live coverage of featured events daily from 10am to 6pm. Simultaneous sign language interpretation will be available throughout the broadcasts, enabling members of public to fully engage with the competitions and cheer on athletes from the national team and the Hong Kong team. The programmes will also be streamed on the “RTHK On The Go” mobile app and the RTHK YouTube channel. In addition, the public will be able to watch the events at the “Asian Games Focal Sites” located in designated sports centres across all 18 districts, as well as at various shopping malls.
 
     RTHK is committed to supporting the development of parasports and promoting social inclusion through its programmes. In recent years, it has provided live coverage of major para sporting events, including the Tokyo Paralympic Games in 2021, the 4th Asian Para Games Hangzhou in 2023, the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, and the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games in 2025.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, today (October 12) led a delegation of about 30 members to Nanjing to begin his visit. Upon arrival, Mr Chan visited Nanjing University and delivered a keynote speech to more than 200 faculty members and students, introducing new directions for Hong Kong’s economic development and outlining specific areas for co-operation between Hong Kong and Jiangsu, and between Hong Kong and Nanjing.

In his speech, Mr Chan pointed out that artificial intelligence (AI) is reducing search and transaction costs, driving enterprises to redesign their operational processes and giving rise to new business models. He noted that the country’s comprehensive manufacturing system and wide range of application scenarios provide ample scope for validating and continuously improving new technologies. Hong Kong can leverage its strengths in finance, innovation and technology (I&T), professional services and international connectivity to complement the strong industrial foundations of Nanjing and Jiangsu, jointly promoting the commercialisation of research outcomes and industrial development.

Mr Chan said that Hong Kong could deepen co-operation with Jiangsu and Nanjing in two areas: supporting enterprises in going global and strengthening industrial collaboration. Hong Kong’s financial and professional services can support enterprises as they plan their expansion into overseas markets, covering financing, intellectual property strategies, product certification, alignment with standards, corporate governance, compliance and risk management, talent and treasury management. Enterprises can also establish international or regional headquarters in Hong Kong to attract talent and co-ordinate their overseas operations, while collaborating with universities, international research teams and enterprises in the city.

On industrial collaboration, Nanjing’s strengths in the software industry can be combined with Hong Kong’s research and development (R&D) capabilities and international networks to jointly develop industrial software, AI agents for enterprises and robots to meet business needs. The two cities can also pursue joint R&D, clinical validation, patent licensing and international business collaboration in life and health sciences. In addition, they can jointly develop and validate green technologies for urban energy conservation, energy storage management and energy dispatch, and leverage Hong Kong to expand into overseas markets.

He encouraged Nanjing University students to build a solid foundation in their disciplines and develop AI literacy. Through interdisciplinary learning and making good use of research collaboration and talent exchange opportunities between the two cities, they can develop a broad range of capabilities through practical experience, serve as a bridge between Nanjing and Hong Kong, and help bring more of the country’s research outcomes to the world.

The delegation subsequently held a discussion with university representatives and representatives of a number of enterprises founded by Nanjing University alumni. Innovative enterprises from both cities in fields including AI, photonic chips, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing and new energy introduced their businesses. Participants explored opportunities for co-operation and ways to connect industry with capital. Mr Chan said that Hong Kong’s unique institutional advantages under “one country, two systems”, together with its deep pool of capital, comprehensive professional services, extensive international networks and diverse talent pool, enable the city to provide all-round support for Mainland I&T enterprises in accessing international markets and expanding their global operations.

The delegation also visited Nanjing University’s Brain-Computer Interface Institute, where they were briefed by the research team on its research directions and work to commercialise research outcomes. The institute seeks to achieve breakthroughs in key technologies for non-invasive brain-computer interfaces. Its research covers such areas as neuroimaging and neural decoding, exploring applications in the diagnosis and treatment of brain diseases and rehabilitation.

In the evening, Mr Chan called on the Secretary of the CPC Nanjing Municipal Committee, Mr Zhou Hongbo, and the Mayor of Nanjing, Mr Li Zhongjun, to exchange views on deepening co-operation between Hong Kong and Nanjing in economic affairs and trade, finance and I&T.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Accountancy Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total Association of Hong Kong Accounting Advisors Limited 1 (15 nominees in total) 1 (15 nominees in total)   Chinese medicine Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total WFCMS (Hong Kong) Council Members Association Limited 0 0   Legal Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total China Law Society’s HK Council Members Association 0 1 (9 nominees in total)   Sports, performing arts, culture and publication Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China 0 1 (3 nominees in total) China Federation of Literary and Art Circles Hong Kong Member Association Limited 1 (9 nominees in total) 1 (9 nominees in total) Hong Kong Publishing Federation Limited 1 (3 nominees in total) 1 (3 nominees in total)   Technology and innovation Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total The Greater Bay Area Association of Academicians 0 0   Religious Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong 1 (13 nominees in total) 1 (13 nominees in total) Chinese Muslim Cultural and Fraternal Association 1 (10 nominees in total) 1 (10 nominees in total) Hong Kong Christian Council 0 0 The Hong Kong Taoist Association 0 1 (10 nominees in total) The Confucian Academy 0 0 The Hong Kong Buddhist Association 0 0   Representatives of associations of Hong Kong residents in the Mainland Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total Mainland China (Shenzhen) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 0 Mainland China (Guangzhou) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 0 Mainland China (Dongguan) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Mainland China (Zhongshan) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 0 Mainland China (Huizhou) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Mainland China (Fujian, Xiamen) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 0 Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China 0 0 Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Tianjin 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Shanghai 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Zhejiang 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Guangdong 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Fujian 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Guangxi 0 0 Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Sichuan 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Wuhan 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Liaoning 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Shandong 0 0 Hong Kong Professionals (Beijing) Association 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total) Shanghai Hong Kong Association 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Guangzhou Tianhe Hong Kong and Macau Youth Association 0 0 Hong Kong Association of China Business 0 1 (1 nominee in total) Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce, Qianhai, Shenzhen 0 0 Hong Kong and Macau Entrepreneurs Branch, Chongqing Overseas Association 0 0 Fujian Federation of Overseas Chinese Entrepreneurs 0 0 Hong Kong and Macao Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Federation in Zhongkai Huizhou 0 1 (1 nominee in total) The Hong Kong Fellowship in Huadu Guangzhou 0 1 (1 nominee in total) The Hong Kong Fellowship in Chancheng Foshan 0 0   Total: 11 (56 nominees in total) 23 (87 nominees in total)

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Financial Secretary Paul Chan today began his visit to Nanjing with a delegation of about 30 members by delivering a keynote speech at Nanjing University, introducing new directions for Hong Kong’s economic development and outlining specific areas for co-operation among Hong Kong, Jiangsu and Nanjing.

In his speech, Mr Chan pointed out that artificial intelligence (AI) is reducing search and transaction costs, driving enterprises to redesign their operational processes and giving rise to new business models.

He noted that the country’s comprehensive manufacturing system and wide range of application scenarios provide ample scope for validating and continuously improving new technologies.

He highlighted that Hong Kong can leverage its strengths in finance, innovation and technology (I&T), professional services and international connectivity to complement the strong industrial foundations of Nanjing and Jiangsu, jointly promoting the commercialisation of research outcomes and industrial development.

Mr Chan said that Hong Kong can deepen co-operation with Jiangsu and Nanjing in two areas: supporting enterprises in going global and strengthening industrial collaboration.

“Hong Kong’s financial and professional services can support enterprises as they plan their expansion into overseas markets, covering financing, intellectual property strategies, product certification, alignment with standards, corporate governance, compliance and risk management, talent and treasury management.

“Enterprises can also establish international or regional headquarters in Hong Kong to attract talent and co-ordinate their overseas operations, while collaborating with universities, international research teams and enterprises in the city.”

On the industrial collaboration front, Mr Chan said that Nanjing’s strengths in the software industry can be combined with Hong Kong’s research and development (R&D) capabilities and international networks to jointly develop industrial software, AI agents for enterprises and robots to meet business needs.

“The two cities can also pursue joint R&D, clinical validation, patent licensing and international business collaboration in life and health sciences. In addition, they can jointly develop and validate green technologies for urban energy conservation, energy storage management and energy dispatch, and leverage Hong Kong to expand into overseas markets,” he added.

The Financial Secretary encouraged Nanjing University students to build a solid foundation in their disciplines and develop AI literacy. Through interdisciplinary learning and making good use of research collaboration and talent exchange opportunities between the two cities, they can develop a broad range of capabilities through practical experience, serve as a bridge between Nanjing and Hong Kong, and help bring more of the country’s research outcomes to the world.

The delegation held a discussion with university representatives and representatives of a number of enterprises founded by Nanjing University alumni. Innovative enterprises from both cities in fields including AI, photonic chips, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing and new energy introduced their businesses.

Participants explored opportunities for co-operation and ways to connect industry with capital.

Mr Chan said that Hong Kong’s unique institutional advantages under “one country, two systems”, together with its deep pool of capital, comprehensive professional services, extensive international networks and diverse talent pool, enable the city to provide all-round support for Mainland I&T enterprises in accessing international markets and expanding their global operations.

The delegation also visited Nanjing University’s Brain-Computer Interface Institute. The institute seeks to achieve breakthroughs in key technologies for non-invasive brain-computer interfaces and its research covers the diagnosis and treatment of brain diseases and rehabilitation.

In the evening, Mr Chan called on CPC Nanjing Municipal Committee Secretary Zhou Hongbo and Nanjing Mayor Li Zhongjun to exchange views on deepening co-operation between Hong Kong and Nanjing in economic affairs and trade, finance and I&T.

Source: Government of Singapore